1995 Land Rover Discovery
Safety record from NHTSA: recalls, owner complaints, investigations and service bulletins.
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Recalls
4 recalls name the 1995 Land Rover Discovery. Newest first.
Jaguar land rover north america, inc. (Land rover) IS recalling certain rear driveshaft couplings, land rover branded part number tvf100010, manufactured from april 2011 through november 2011, sold for use as service parts for certain model year 1995-1999 discovery, 1999-2004 discovery II, and 1995 range rover classic vehicles. some of the rear driveshaft…
Risk and remedy
Risk
If this increased vibration warning sign IS ignored, catastrophic failure of the drive coupling can occur. the driveshaft may detach from the vehicle while in motion resulting in loss of drive and loss of transmission park functionality, increasing the risk of a vehicle crash and/or injury.
Remedy
Land rover will notify owners, and dealers will replace the affected rear driveshaft couplers free of charge. the safety recall began on may 4, 2012. owners may contact jaguar land rover north america at 1-201-818-8500.
Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. as a result of chaffing of a cruise control wire, the steering wheel rotary coupler can overheat and inadvertently deploy the driver's air bag.
Risk and remedy
Risk
Deployment of the air bag restraint system without warning can cause a driver to lose vehicle control.
Remedy
Dealers will install a fusible link which will protect the rotary coupler from overheating.
The right front door can fail to latch fully when closing, causing the door to "bounce" back off the door seals.
Risk and remedy
Risk
This condition could cause unexpected opening of the door increasing the risk of a vehicle accident or personal injury.
Remedy
Dealers will install corrective hardware on the right front door. delaers will also check the door latches for the other doors at the same time.
At port of entry, a quality overcheck of the differential pinion shaft torque was performed. This check required the removal of the driveshafts. When the driveshafts were reinstalled, the wrong sized nuts were used.
Risk and remedy
Risk
The nuts can loosen, ultimately causing the disconnection of one or both of the driveshafts resulting in loss of control of the vehicle.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the hardware on the involved vehicles with hardware of the appropriate specifications.
Owner complaints
49 complaints10 involved a crash6 involved a fire13 injuries3 deaths
What owners report most
Latest complaints
- Fuel system, gasoline
The contact owns a 1995 Land Rover Discovery. The contact stated that while refueling the vehicle, the contact observed gasoline leaking from the rear of the vehicle where the fuel tank was located. The check engine warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was not taken to the dealer or an…
The contact owns a 1995 Land Rover Discovery. The contact stated that while refueling the vehicle, the contact observed gasoline leaking from the rear of the vehicle where the fuel tank was located. The check engine warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was not taken to the dealer or an independent mechanic. The vehicle was not repaired. After investigating the failure, the contact related the failure to NHTSA Campaign Number: 04V203000 (Fuel System, Gasoline); the VIN was included, but the vehicle had never been repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure, and a case was opened. The contact was informed that he could schedule the recall repair with the nearest dealer; however, the nearest dealer was 6 hours away, and the manufacturer had refused to cover the cost of towing the vehicle. The failure mileage was unknown.
- Air bags · Fuel/propulsion system · Vehicle speed control
Landrover never notified me of multiple recalls as 1ST and only owner multiple repairs dealer won't honor recall repairs pass right door hinge failure. Rear caro door look failure. Gas tank crack leaking. Cruise control prob and air bag light on. Exterior light failure. Window failure 3X to…
Landrover never notified me of multiple recalls as 1ST and only owner multiple repairs dealer won't honor recall repairs pass right door hinge failure. Rear caro door look failure. Gas tank crack leaking. Cruise control prob and air bag light on. Exterior light failure. Window failure 3X to openfront/ rear regulator and or motor multiple times. Brakes failure multiple times replaced master cylander 2X& booster. Oil leaking g oil cooling hoses fail. plus... Starter. Alternator. Ignition system .belts and multiple hose replaced. This IS a parts black hole vehicle costng thousands in repairs. Once out of warranty dealers ripped me off always stating unrelated issues. No one else. An or will work on the car. Same things continue to fail. Manufactuer won't address issues or honor recall's. Car has 101K miles. Original owner stuck repairing unreliable car I can't afford new car and won't sell lemon to someone else . It's not right. Ripped off. Y mechanic. Filled multiple buearu of automotive repairs complaints against dishonest estimate shops. Please help do something replaced fuel pump for stealing non start and was ripped off door opens when locked and driving. Fuel leaks filling tank. Oil everywhere a fire hazard no one will help. Contact me for details and dates. Its not just one incident. Land rover did not notify me or accepts any responsibility for issues that continue a car built to fail and cost a fortune for parts and service that's why it was built in 95 and changed in 1996 too .any issues
- Air bags · Vehicle speed control
TL* the contact owns a 1995 land rover discovery. While driving approximately 55 mph with the cruise control engaged, there was a smoke odor as the cruise control independently disengaged and the vehicle made a jerking motion. The srs and ABS warning indicators illuminated. The contact discovered a…
TL* the contact owns a 1995 land rover discovery. While driving approximately 55 mph with the cruise control engaged, there was a smoke odor as the cruise control independently disengaged and the vehicle made a jerking motion. The srs and ABS warning indicators illuminated. The contact discovered a burning odor coming from the steering column. The dealer stated that the vehicle was not included in nhtsa campaign number: 98v040000 (air bags, vehicle speed control). The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 159,000.
- Tires
TL* the contact owns a 1995 land rover discovery equipped with michelin crosstro II tires, size p235/70 R16. The contact stated the while driving 60 mph, the vehicle started shaking and then there was a loud boom sound. The vehicle was maneuvered to the side of the road where the contact noticed…
TL* the contact owns a 1995 land rover discovery equipped with michelin crosstro II tires, size p235/70 R16. The contact stated the while driving 60 mph, the vehicle started shaking and then there was a loud boom sound. The vehicle was maneuvered to the side of the road where the contact noticed that the rear passenger's side tire tread had separated. the spare tire was installed on the vehicle but the failure recurred on the same side of the vehicle. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. the tire failure mileage was 72,716. the vehicle failure mileage was unknown. the dot number was 4PS 09579050. updated 9/19/14cn. updated 02/12/15 *js
- Unknown or other
Consumer writes to request current information as well as old information on 1995 land rover discovery recalls and 1995-2007 range rover recalls *tgw
- Parking brake
Dt*: the contact stated after parking the vehicle atop a hill, the vehicle was placed in park, the emergency brake applied, and the key was removed from the ignition. the contact exited the vehicle and witnessed the vehicle rolling downhill and striking a tree. the vehicle sustained frontal…
Dt*: the contact stated after parking the vehicle atop a hill, the vehicle was placed in park, the emergency brake applied, and the key was removed from the ignition. the contact exited the vehicle and witnessed the vehicle rolling downhill and striking a tree. the vehicle sustained frontal impact damage and the frontal airbags deployed upon impact. a passenger sitting in the rear who was not wearing a seat belt sustained minor injuries. the police were on the scene and a report was taken. the vehicle was not inspected by a dealer or insurance adjustor. updated 3/3/2006 - *nm
- Engine and engine cooling › Engine
Dt: the contact stated three-four years ago the car started leaking oil because the manufacturer installed cork gaskets instead of rubber gaskets. He had it repaired three-four years ago that cost the contact $1,100. Currently, it IS leaking again and it IS going to cost him $2,400. *ak
- Fuel system, gasoline › Storage › Tank assembly
Dt: caller got a recall on the gas tank.. He has a crack in gas tank, and the dealer IS giving him no help. Dealer keeps making excuses why they cant do recall work. Manufacturer has offered no help.*ak
- Engine and engine cooling › Engine
There's a loud deep sound within the engine compartment that's heard when the vehicle IS idling or running. This occurs because the engine cam shifts. manufacturer IS aware of this failure, and the solution IS to place a special button in front the cam to avoid it from moving. *Ak the…
There's a loud deep sound within the engine compartment that's heard when the vehicle IS idling or running. This occurs because the engine cam shifts. manufacturer IS aware of this failure, and the solution IS to place a special button in front the cam to avoid it from moving. *Ak the manufacturer and dealer have been aware of the problem while the vehicle was still under warranty but claimed it was normal engine noise. now they want to change hundreds of dollars to fix it. A factory trained land rover repair specialist reported to consumer that land rover was aware of this since 1996. *bf *nm
- Fuel system, other
Received letter from land rover north america about a recall #B-156 on my 1995 land rover discovery [xxx]. I am unable to find anything on your web site that guarantees this letter I received IS a safety concern for my vehicle. Land rover maintains that I need to take my vehicle to an authorized…
Received letter from land rover north america about a recall #B-156 on my 1995 land rover discovery [xxx]. I am unable to find anything on your web site that guarantees this letter I received IS a safety concern for my vehicle. Land rover maintains that I need to take my vehicle to an authorized dealer to inspect the fuel tank. With the past experiences this vehicle has with land rovers authorized dealers and their not so trained technicians and cost suffered from their mistakes, I find traveling two hours, then sitting waiting while my vehicle suffers unknowns then driving back home for two hours isn't rational. I have contacted land rover via email with negative results, now they want me to call them, which doesn't make sense.*ak *js information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(B)(6)
- Fuel system, gasoline › Storage
While driving 70 mph, the rear right tire blew out. the driver lost control of the vehicle, and rolled over. the fuel tank cracked, and the vehicle caught on fire. the fire department extinguished the fire. the driver and two passengers sustained major injuries, and were transported to a…
While driving 70 mph, the rear right tire blew out. the driver lost control of the vehicle, and rolled over. the fuel tank cracked, and the vehicle caught on fire. the fire department extinguished the fire. the driver and two passengers sustained major injuries, and were transported to a hospital. the third passenger died. the vehicle was towed to a dealer for inspection, and the mechanic determined it was a plastic fuel tank that had faulty o rings. *ak *sc *jb
- Fuel system, gasoline › Storage › Tank assembly
Tire failed, vehicle became unstable and rolled over gas tank integrity failed, gas splilled and ignited. My seven year old son was burned to death, my 2 year old, my wife and myself sent to hospital with third degree burns. Land rover officials agreed to a recall to prevent the problem in the…
Tire failed, vehicle became unstable and rolled over gas tank integrity failed, gas splilled and ignited. My seven year old son was burned to death, my 2 year old, my wife and myself sent to hospital with third degree burns. Land rover officials agreed to a recall to prevent the problem in the future. Recall was to take place by april 2003. It has not. I believe they are intentionally dragging their feet to save a few pennies and are putting other land rover owners at risk in the meantime.*ak
- Fuel system, gasoline › Fuel injection system › Fuel rail
Consumer noticed that while driving a fuel odor came in from the vents. consumer contacted the dealer about this problem that has occurred more than once, and has not been resolved. *ak *tc
- Power train › Transfer case (4-wheel drive)
While driving 20 mph consumer heard a loud squeaking noise, and the vehicle jerked uncontrollably. consumer was able to maintain control of the vehicle, and drove it to a garage for inspection. mechanic determined that the transfer case needed to be replaced. *ak
- Electrical system › Wiring
While driving 40 mph steering column caught on fire due to the severity of the fire vehicle was totaled. *ak *nm
- Air bags
My son had an accident in our 1995 land rover discovery. he lost control and hit a parked car with the front of the land rover and the insurance company considers the land rover a total loss. luckily no one was injured, but we are concerned that the airbags did not deploy. the insurance adjuster…
My son had an accident in our 1995 land rover discovery. he lost control and hit a parked car with the front of the land rover and the insurance company considers the land rover a total loss. luckily no one was injured, but we are concerned that the airbags did not deploy. the insurance adjuster told us that with this much damage the airbags should have deployed. I thought it might be something that some regulatory agency should be aware of. we purchase vehicles with safety equipment and have no way of determining if they will actually work when needed.*ak
- Electrical system
While driving my 1995 land rover discovery, when ever my cell phone ( motorola startac) would ring, there appeared to be a lot of chatter (clicking of relays sound) from the fuse box. I finally after replacing all the fuses and relays , replaced alternator twice and a new battery , the phone…
While driving my 1995 land rover discovery, when ever my cell phone ( motorola startac) would ring, there appeared to be a lot of chatter (clicking of relays sound) from the fuse box. I finally after replacing all the fuses and relays , replaced alternator twice and a new battery , the phone company notified me that the cell phone would not work correctly with their new (at&t/pacbell) system and replaced it with a nokia. The problem went away after making the cell phone swap.
- Fuel system, gasoline › Storage › Tank assembly
Fuel tank leakage reported to manufactuer. either it IS caused by mecahnic or design/manufactuer defect. manufactuer unresponsive. if I proceed to repair/replace the fuel tank, all evidence would be lost. please advice.*ak
- Tires
No summary listed for above ehicle. *Ak
- Electrical system › Wiring
The air bag light stayed on because the wiring harness was defective. *Yh
- Electrical system › Wiring › Fuses and circuit breakers · Exterior lighting › Turn signal › Flasher unit · Steering › Gear box (other than rack and pinion) · Visibility › Glass, side/rear · Visibility › Power window devices and controls
The 1995 land rover discovery was at fred lavery for repairs 81days from 11/3/95 to 10/27/97. No safety defect listed in summary. *ak
- Fuel system, gasoline
A smell of excessive fuel was coming from rear of vehicle/ inside, and outside of vehicle. Contacted dealer, and dealer stated was trying to find where fuel smell was coming from. ak
- Engine and engine cooling › Exhaust system › Manifold/header/muffler/tail pipe
After driving for several hours, muffler overheated, causing heat shield to overheat, allowing floorboard and carpeting to melt. this resulted in a plastic bag and tissues catching on fire. dealership examined vehicle and mentioned that the muffler could have been backed up. *Ak *yh
- Engine and engine cooling › Engine › Gasoline · Engine and engine cooling › Exhaust system · Service brakes, hydraulic › Antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip · Visibility › Sun/moon roof assembly
I have leased this vehicle used in 8/98 and have owned it for only @23,000 miles and have had too many problems to list. I believe it IS unsafe to operate and will not jeopordize my family. It does not have high miles and IS in my driveway for 3 weeks and will not start. Points to a flood…
I have leased this vehicle used in 8/98 and have owned it for only @23,000 miles and have had too many problems to list. I believe it IS unsafe to operate and will not jeopordize my family. It does not have high miles and IS in my driveway for 3 weeks and will not start. Points to a flood vehicle-most electrical-now possibly a timing chain-car IS too young for so many problems. Almost had accidents due to perfromance-would not go m/t 50 mph-full tune-ups and maintenance by me-as recent as 9/00. I need help-gm at dealer offers none!
- Vehicle speed control
While driving the vehicle was experiencing a slight slipping or pulling while driving, when consumer was driving to the repair facility the vehicle experienced sudden acceleration resulting in collision. *mjs
Service bulletins
Technical service bulletins and other communications the manufacturer sent dealers about this vehicle. Ask a dealer for the full document by its number.
- 10136669The 'Service Required' warning text will not appear on the Instrument Cluster (IC) if a vehicle has reached its service point.
- 10125267Presentation from Dealer Shop Foreman Conference Call
- 10102683"Issue: reports have been received of engine damage occurring, which IS caused by the use of non-approved engine induction / fuel injection cleaning equipment or materials. This includes, but IS not limited to, ""vacu-flush"" type equipment. Cause: the use of non-approved equipment can cause the engines to hydro-lock, or cause other engine damage, and sometimes the only possible repair IS to replace the engine."
- 10100968"Issue: this ssm has been released to address the high number of speaker assemblies returned, many of which are deemed as no fault found. Cause: incorrect diagnosis."
- 10001637Oil seepage from manual transmission front cover. Improved manual transmission sealing.
- 604151Procedures on steering system hose clamps.
- 602375Front swivel seal replacement and grease fill.
- 601617Provided information to assist in diagnosing ignition lead faults and summarizes.
- 52221Front swivel seat seal replacement and grease fill.
- 52205Sunroof jam.
- 52204A new brake pad has been introduced for the front caliper assembly.
- 52182Pride- front break squeal reduction.
- 52180Pride- squeaks and rattles- diagnosis.
- 51231Recall 96v-247 - the right front door on some 1995 and 1996 discovery vehicles may fail to latch fully, causing the door to bounce back off the door seals - procedures have been established to inspect all side doors on all affected vehicles and to rectify latch problems determined by that inspection - to correct this condition, an extended latch mounting fastener has been introduced to assure proper orientation of the right front door latch relative to the mounting leg of the adjacent window frame - the new fastener must be installed on all affected vehicles - in cases where latch loads have been excessive, replacement of the latch may be necessary - recall 96v-247.
- 51228Recall 96v-247 - land rover north america has reported to the national highway traffic safety administration the existence of a manufacturing defect with safety consequences - the right front door on some 1995 and 1996 discovery vehicles may fail to latch fully, causing the door to bounce back off the door seals - to correct this condition, dealers are to install latch mounting fastener and inspect all affected discovery models for correct right hand door latch operation - conduct check of all other side door latches to ensure proper operation - recall 96v-247.
- 51217Front door handle link rod adjustment.
- 51216Front door sill button bounce.
- 50665Pride - shifter "e" clip replacement.
- 50664Pride - ground circuit integrity.
- 50661Pride - sunroof jam.
- 50659Pride - 14cux coil connections.
- 50658Pride - gems code p1317 (discovery).
- 50655Pride - gems code p0125.
- 50651Pride - shifter "e" clip replacement.
- 50650Pride - discover valve cover gasket replacement.
- 50649Pride - front stub axle seal: new part introduction.
- 50648Pride - rear stub axle seal: new part introduction.
- 50647Pride - rear hub seal replacement.
- 50646Pride - front hub seal replacement.
- 50644Pride - transfer gearbox lever bolt.
- 50643Pride - rear brake light/rear defogger short.
- 50642Pride - securing crankshaft sensor and heat shield.
- 50640Pride - audio noise - turn on.
- 50636Cylinder head program.
- 50626Pride - discover sunroof leak.
- 50559New torque setting - hub nut.
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